Bay Quackers - John E. Scannell

 

The DUKW, popularly called the DUCK, is a six-wheel-drive amphibious truck developed by the United States during World War II for transporting goods and troops over land and water and for use approaching and crossing beaches in amphibious attacks. The name "DUKW" comes from the terminology used for military vehicles in World War II; the D indicates a vehicle designed in 1942, the U meant "utility (amphibious)", the K indicated all-wheel drive and the W indicated two powered rear axles. The "Ducks" of Bay Quackers are vintage six-wheel-drive amphibious trucks developed by the United States during World War II. Originally used for transporting goods and troops over land and water and for use approaching and crossing beaches in amphibious attacks, the "Ducks" are now restored to their original condition here in Scannell's San Francisco facility. The Bay Quackers DUCKs are owned and operated by Bay Quackers LLC and are U.S. Coast Guard-certified. For more information, call (415) 431-DUCK or visit bayquackers.com.